Rodent Removal
Mice and rats can nest beneath your home and contaminate the crawl space with droppings, urine, and nesting materials.
We identify active rodent problems and use the appropriate control methods to remove them from the crawl space.
Rodent Exclusion
Removing rodents doesn't solve the problem if they can continue getting back inside.
We identify and seal accessible entry points around the foundation, vents, crawl space doors, pipes, wiring, and other penetrations, as well as install traps or bait stations when needed.
Crawl Space Cleanup & Sanitation
Rodents can leave behind droppings, nesting materials, urine, and other contamination throughout the crawl space.
We remove contaminated debris and clean and treat affected areas after the rodent activity has been addressed.
Contaminated Insulation Removal
Rodents frequently nest in crawl space insulation, leaving it contaminated, torn, or displaced.
We remove and dispose of damaged insulation when it can no longer be effectively cleaned or left in place.
Rodent Damage Repair
Mice and rats can damage ductwork, vapor barriers, insulation, access doors, and other materials beneath the home.
As a Class A contractor, we can repair the damage instead of leaving the homeowner to find another company after the pest-control work is complete.
Why Rodents Get Into Crawl Spaces
Rodents can enter through surprisingly small openings around crawl space doors, vents, utility penetrations, plumbing, HVAC lines, and the foundation.
Finding and closing these openings is an important part of preventing the same problem from returning.
Why Do Homeowners Choose Patriot Crawl Space Repairs?
Crawl space rodent problems often involve more than pest control, including damaged insulation, ductwork, vapor barriers, and other building components.
Our pest-control and Class A contracting experience allows us to address both the rodents and the conditions they leave behind.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if I have rodents in my crawl space?
Common signs include scratching or scurrying sounds at night, a strong ammonia odor coming from beneath the home, visible droppings near vents or along foundation walls, and soft or compressed insulation. Many homeowners don't discover an infestation until a crawl space inspection reveals torn vapor barriers and contaminated insulation.
How do mice and rats get into crawl spaces?
Rodents can enter through small openings around foundation vents, crawl space doors, plumbing and utility penetrations, HVAC lines, and gaps in the foundation. Finding and sealing these entry points is an important part of preventing the problem from returning.
Do you remove mice and rats from crawl spaces?
Yes. We inspect the crawl space for rodent activity and use appropriate control methods based on the conditions we find.
Do you seal rodent entry points?
Yes. We identify accessible entry points and seal openings around the crawl space to help prevent mice and rats from getting back inside.
Does rodent-contaminated insulation need to be removed?
Not always, but insulation that has been heavily contaminated, nested in, or damaged may need to be removed. We inspect the insulation and recommend removal only when its condition warrants it.
Do you clean and sanitize crawl spaces after rodents?
Yes. We can remove droppings, nesting materials, contaminated debris, and damaged insulation and clean and treat affected areas as appropriate.
Can you repair damage caused by rodents?
Yes. As a Class A contractor, we can repair rodent-damaged ductwork, insulation, vapor barriers, access doors, and other crawl space components after the rodent problem has been addressed.
How do you keep rodents from coming back?
Long-term rodent control requires addressing both the rodents and how they entered the crawl space. Our approach combines removal, exclusion, cleanup, repairs, trapping, and baiting as needed based on the conditions we find.
